1871 2C, RD MS(PCGS#3611)

June 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3089

Grade

MS65RD

Price

6,710

Lot Description

Exceptionally vivid surfaces are dressed in a blend of vivid mint orange color and full, satin to softly frosted luster. Fully struck, as well, with silky smooth features that are solidly graded as Gem Mint State. The penultimate circulation strike in the two-cent series, the 1871 is one of the scarcer issues of its type with a relatively limited mintage of 721,250 pieces. It can be readily found in lower Mint State grades, but is a considerable rarity with original Red surfaces. Premium Gem Red examples, like the present piece, are truly significant finds.